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Programmable, Submersible Live Vest User Manual copyright Oceanic Safety Systems LLC., 2014
E. Overpressure Vale (OPV)/Dump
Valve
The OPV’s primary function is to relieve
excess air pressure inside the bladder.
The OPV can also be opened manually
by pulling on the ball-and-cord
assembly to quickly dump air, which
might be required if you are exiting a
confined space and when you want to
repack and rearm the PSLV. Do not
tamper with this valve. Test it every month
by inflating the vest and checking for
retention and the release of gas.
F. Oral inflation hose
You may inflate your PSLV orally with the oral inflation hose found packed with the bladder near your
biceps area of your right lapel. To operate this valve, unsnap the lapel cover, then unscrew the retainer to
allow full depression of the valve, then depress the end and blow. When not in use, the valve retainer
should be screwed closed to prevent accidental opening of the valve.
PULLING THE OPV
OVER PRESSURE
VALVE (OPV)
ORAL INFLATION TUBE
OPEN
CLOSED
SPACE
SPACE
CLOSED
RED LED
SWPE ZONE
Note
Avoid opening the OPV in the water while testing your PSLV because this will allow
water to enter the bladder, which will later require cleaning by rinsing with fresh water at
the end of the day.
GREEN LED
Warnings
The proper function of the OPV is vital to prevent damage to the inflation
bladder. Do not tamper with this valve and test it monthly by inflating the vest and checking for
retention and release of gas. Return a malfunctioning PSLV to OSS. Unauthorized service or
tampering may render these valves inoperable, and could cause the bladder to leak or burst.
This type of damage is not repairable.
Note
While rinsing the PSLV at the end of the day, be sure to screw in and out the retainer to
keep it functioning smoothly and to prevent it from corrosion or excess salt build up.
